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Team Schedules 2025

Select a team to view their complete 2025 schedule:

International Games 2025

The NFL plays a record 7 international games in 2025 across 5 countries:

Brazil Game

Chiefs @ Chargers
Friday, September 5
São Paulo, Brazil
8:00 PM ET on YouTube

London Game 1

Vikings @ Browns
Sunday, October 5
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
9:30 AM ET on NFL Network

London Game 2

Broncos @ Jets
Sunday, October 12
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
9:30 AM ET on NFL Network

London Game 3

Rams @ Jaguars
Sunday, October 19
Wembley Stadium
9:30 AM ET on NFL Network

Germany Game

Falcons @ Colts
Sunday, November 9
Berlin, Germany
9:30 AM ET on NFL Network

Ireland Game

Vikings @ Steelers
Sunday, September 28
Dublin, Ireland
9:30 AM ET on NFL Network

Spain Game

Commanders @ Dolphins
Sunday, November 16
Madrid, Spain
9:30 AM ET on NFL Network

Holiday Games 2025

Thanksgiving Games

Packers @ Lions
Thursday, November 27
1:00 PM ET on FOX

Chiefs @ Cowboys
Thursday, November 27
4:30 PM ET on CBS

Bengals @ Ravens
Thursday, November 27
8:20 PM ET on NBC

Black Friday Game

Bears @ Eagles
Friday, November 28
3:00 PM ET on Prime Video

Christmas Day Games

Cowboys @ Commanders
Thursday, December 25
1:00 PM ET on Netflix

Lions @ Vikings
Thursday, December 25
4:30 PM ET on Netflix

Broncos @ Chiefs
Thursday, December 25
8:15 PM ET on Prime Video

NFL Flex Scheduling

Flex scheduling allows the NFL to move games to Sunday Night Football to ensure the best matchups in primetime. It begins in Week 5 with 12 days notice required, reducing to 6 days notice after Week 10.

How it works:

  • Weeks 5-10: Games can be flexed with 12 days notice
  • Weeks 11-17: Games can be flexed with 6 days notice
  • Week 18: All games can be flexed to Sunday afternoon or night

The 2025 NFL regular season begins September 4 with defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles hosting Dallas Cowboys at 8:20 p.m. ET on NBC.

Below is the full NFL schedule from Week 1 to Week 18 with information on teams, dates, kickoff times, and TV networks. Game times may change due to flexible scheduling, with some game times still to be confirmed.

Last updated: November 11, 2025 | Source: NFL.com

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2025 NFL Season Quick Facts

Season Info Details
Season Start Thursday, September 4, 2025
Season End Sunday, January 4, 2026 (Week 18)
Total Games 272 regular season games
International Games 7 games across 5 countries
Opening Game Cowboys at Eagles (NBC, 8:20 PM ET)
Most Prime Time Games Kansas City Chiefs (7 games)

2025 NFL Schedule Release

The 2025 NFL schedule was officially released in May 2025, revealing all the regular-season games plus the playoff structure. The schedule release has become a major event in the NFL calendar, with teams creating elaborate announcement videos and fans eagerly planning their seasons.

Key Schedule Features for 2025:

  • 17-Game Season: Each team plays 17 regular-season games with one bye week
  • International Expansion: Record 7 games across 5 countries
  • Flex Scheduling: Enhanced flexibility for primetime games starting Week 5
  • Holiday Games: Special broadcasts on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Black Friday
  • Divisional Structure: 6 games within division, maintaining rivalries

Key Matchups to Watch

Week 5 - International

Vikings @ Browns
October 5, 9:30 AM ET
London - Tottenham Stadium

Week 6 - TNF

Eagles @ Giants
October 9, 8:15 PM ET
NFC East rivalry on Prime Video

Week 6 - SNF

Lions @ Chiefs
October 12, 8:20 PM ET
Super Bowl preview matchup

Week 7 - International

Rams @ Jaguars
October 19, 9:30 AM ET
London - Wembley Stadium

2025 NFL Strength of Schedule Rankings

Rank Team Opponents' 2024 Win % Toughest Stretch
1 New England Patriots .547 Weeks 6-9: @Bills, vs Ravens, @Dolphins, vs Chiefs
2 New York Jets .543 Weeks 10-13: vs Bills, @Dolphins, vs Eagles, @Bills
3 Denver Broncos .541 Weeks 14-17: vs Chiefs, @Lions, vs Patriots, @Bills
4 Chicago Bears .538 Weeks 7-10: @Packers, vs Lions, @Cardinals, vs Patriots
5 Las Vegas Raiders .536 Weeks 11-14: @Dolphins, vs Chiefs, @Buccaneers, vs Falcons

2025 NFL Schedule by Division

AFC East

  • Bills: Toughest home slate includes Chiefs, Ravens, 49ers
  • Dolphins: 5 primetime games, 3 in December
  • Patriots: Rookie QB faces tough early schedule
  • Jets: Back-to-back West Coast trips in Weeks 8-9

NFC East

  • Cowboys: 5 primetime games including Thanksgiving
  • Eagles: Defending champs with tough NFC schedule
  • Giants: Face 2024 playoff teams in 9 of 17 games
  • Commanders: New coach debuts vs Giants Week 1

AFC North

  • Ravens: 6 primetime games, most in division
  • Steelers: 3 division games in final 4 weeks
  • Bengals: Face Buffalo Bills in Week 14
  • Browns: Home-heavy early schedule

NFC North

  • Packers: Thanksgiving game at Lions
  • Lions: Host 2 holiday games in 2025
  • Vikings: Christmas Day showdown
  • Bears: Black Friday game at Eagles

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How to Watch NFL Games in 2025

Primary Broadcast Partners

CBS

AFC games, select Thursday Night Football, Thanksgiving game

FOX

NFC games, select Thursday Night Football, Thanksgiving game

NBC

Sunday Night Football, Thanksgiving night game, playoff games

ESPN/ABC

Monday Night Football, select playoff games

Prime Video

Thursday Night Football (Weeks 2-17), Black Friday game

Netflix

Christmas Day games (first time), exclusive streaming

Streaming Options

  • NFL+: Live local and primetime games on mobile/tablet
  • Sunday Ticket: Out-of-market Sunday afternoon games
  • Network Apps: CBS, FOX, NBC, ESPN apps with cable login
  • YouTube TV: Free streaming of São Paulo international game

Historical Matchup Context

Notable Storylines for 2025

  • Super Bowl Rematch: Eagles vs Chiefs Week 2 - First meeting since Super Bowl LIX
  • Revenge Games: Players facing former teams in key matchups
  • Historic Rivalries: Cowboys-Eagles open the regular season
  • Playoff Rematches: Several games feature 2024 playoff matchups
  • Coaching Returns: Former coaches face their old teams

Frequently Asked Questions - 2025 NFL Schedule

When does the NFL 2025 schedule start?

The 2025 NFL schedule begins Thursday, September 4, 2025 with the Philadelphia Eagles hosting the Dallas Cowboys at 8:20 PM ET on NBC. This is the traditional NFL Kickoff Game featuring the defending Super Bowl champions.

How many games are in the 2025 NFL schedule?

The 2025 NFL schedule includes 272 regular season games over 18 weeks.

When was the 2025 NFL schedule released?

The 2025 NFL schedule was released in May 2025, following the NFL Draft. The schedule release has become a major event with teams creating special reveal content and fans eagerly planning their seasons.

How does the 17-game NFL schedule work?

Each team plays 17 regular-season games: 6 divisional games (home and away), 4 games against another division in conference, 4 games against a division in the other conference, 2 intraconference games based on prior year standings, and 1 additional interconference game.

What is NFL flex scheduling for 2025?

Flex scheduling allows the NFL to move games to Sunday Night Football to ensure the best matchups in primetime. It begins in Week 5 with 12 days notice required, reducing to 6 days notice after Week 10.

Which teams have the toughest schedule in 2025?

Based on 2024 records, the Patriots, Jets, and Broncos face the toughest schedules. However, actual difficulty varies as teams improve or decline from the previous season.

How many primetime games does each team play in 2025?

The maximum is typically 5-6 primetime games for popular teams like the Cowboys and Chiefs. Every team is guaranteed at least one primetime appearance, usually on Thursday Night Football.

What are the key rivalry games in the 2025 NFL schedule?

Major rivalry games include: Cowboys-Eagles (Week 1 & 18), Packers-Bears (Weeks 7 & 14), Ravens-Steelers (Weeks 5 & 13), and Chiefs-Raiders (Weeks 8 & 16).

Where can I watch 2025 NFL games?

Games air on CBS (AFC), FOX (NFC), NBC (Sunday Night), ESPN/ABC (Monday Night), Prime Video (Thursday Night), NFL Network (select games), and Netflix (Christmas games). Streaming available via NFL+, Sunday Ticket, and network apps.

What NFL games are on Thanksgiving 2025?

Thanksgiving 2025 features three games: Packers at Lions (1:00 PM on FOX), Chiefs at Cowboys (4:30 PM on CBS), and Bengals at Ravens (8:20 PM on NBC).

What NFL games are on Christmas 2025?

Christmas Day 2025 has three NFL games: Cowboys at Commanders (1:00 PM on Netflix), Lions at Vikings (4:30 PM on Netflix), and Broncos at Chiefs (8:00 PM on Prime Video). This marks Netflix's first NFL broadcasts.

How many international NFL games are there in 2025?

There are a record 7 international NFL games in 2025, played across 5 countries: Brazil (1), UK (3), Germany (1), Ireland (1), and Spain (1). These games help expand the NFL's global reach.